Nutritional Value Of Clementine Oranges

The clementine orange is a cross between the sweet orange and the mandarin orange. Clementines are popular because of their sweet, juicy flesh and easily removed peel. Clementines are also seedless and much less acidic than regular oranges. According to the USDA National Nutrient Database, two clementine oranges have 70 calories and 1.26g of protein.

History

The clementine is named after Father Clement Roder, who developed the clementine in Oran, Algiers, in 1902. Clementines were first introduced to the U.S. in 1982 and are now grown in both Florida and California. Most clementines sold worldwide come from Spain, Morocco, South Africa and Chile.

Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates are the main source of energy for your body, and the Institute of Medicine recommends 40 to 60 percent of your daily calorie intake come from carbohydrates. According to the USDA National Nutrient Database, two clementines have 17.69g of carbohydrates.

Fiber

Dietary fiber helps maintain digestive health and also helps lower cholesterol and keep blood glucose concentrations under control. According to the USDA National Nutrient Database, two clementines contain 2.5g of fiber. The Institute of Medicine recommends that men consume 38g of fiber daily and that women consume 25g.

Minerals

Clementines are a source of potassium, a mineral essential for the maintenance of fluid balance inside and outside of cells. According to the USDA National Nutrient Database, two clementines provide 262mg of potassium. The Institute of Medicine recommends that adults consume 4,700mg of potassium daily. Clementines also contain small amounts of calcium, magnesium and phosphorus.

Vitamins

Clementines are a very good source of vitamin C, a water-soluble vitamin that functions as an antioxidant and is essential for the synthesis of collagen. According to the USDA National Nutrient Database, two clementines provide 72.2mg of vitamin C. The Institute of Medicine recommends that women consume 75mg of vitamin C daily and that men consume 90mg. Clementines are also a source of thiamin, folate and vitamin B6.